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AYUSH
A significant step taken to upgrade laboratory capacity for Quality Control of Traditional/Herbal Products in South East Asia Region
Representative from 9 Countries to get training on Lab-based Quality Control for Traditional/herbal products
WHO South-East Asia region in collaboration with Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy  is organizing training program
Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy , Ministry of Ayush in collaboration with WHO South East Asia Region  has taken a major stride to upgrade laboratory capacity for quality control of Tradition/Herbal products in South East Asia region. A 3-days training program was inaugurated by Shri Pramod Kumar Pathak, Special Secretary, Ministry of Ayush in presence of Dr Kim Sungchol, Regional Advisor-Traditional Medicine, WHO South-East Asia regional office, Dr. Raman Mohan Singh, Director, PCIM&H and others dignitaries. Such an exercise is taking place for the first time in the country.
Total of 23 participants from 9 countries  are participating in this training program. The objective of the training is to impart skills for laboratory based techniques and methods to maintain the quality of Traditional/herbal products.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Pramod Kumar Pathak, Special Secretary, Ministry of Ayush said, “As per the Research and Information System Centre for Developing Countries report, the industry is projected to reach US$ 23.3 billion in 2022. With increasing market, the quality issues of herbal material is also becoming increasingly worrying due to adulteration. The uniformity in Lab-based Quality Control will be able to evaluate quality of the herbals often altered by various physical, chemical, and geographical aspects.”
Dr. Kim Sungchol, Regional Advisor-Traditional Medicine, WHO South-East Asia regional office, said, “WHO-SEARO has successfully organized regional workshops and training for other countries. One of the key recommendations that were made by member countries during these regional workshops was to ensure regulatory capacity and that is why we are organizing this first training session in collaboration with PCIM&H, Ministry of Ayush.”
Quality control measures includes standards for raw herbal material, good practices . Specified and uniform licensing schemes for manufacturing, import, export and marketing should be implemented that are pivotal to ensure safety and efficacy.
The growing market is giving the challenge to maintain the proper quality, efficacy and effectiveness of herbal drugs. This needs to be strengthened through network of laboratory capacity for Quality Control of Traditional/Herbal Products. This unique program will provide hands-on training on laboratory methods like Macroscopy, Microscopy in pharmacognosy, phytochemistry, Microbiology, other advanced instrument/technologies i.e. High-Performance Thin Layer Chromatography , Gas Chromatography etc for quality control of traditional/herbal Products.
PIB Headquarters
Sree Chitra Medical Institute Annual Convocation: Union Health Minister to be Chief Guest.
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Science and Technology (SCTISMT will hold the annual convocation of its 33rd batch on 15th May, 2017 at the Achutha Menon Centre auditorium at 11 am. 122 senior residents and students who graduate during the year 2016, after completing PDF, DM, MCh, PDCC, PhD, MPH, Mphil and MS programs, will receive their degrees on this occasion.
Shri. Jagat Prakash Nadda, Union Minister of health and Family Welfare who is the Chief Guest will deliver the convocation address and confer the degrees. The President of the Institute and former Cabinet Secretary, Shri. K.M. Chandrasekhar, will preside over the function. Dr. Anil Kakodkar, former Chairman, Atomic Energy Commission is the guest of honor. Prof. Asha Kishore, Director of the Institute will present the report of the academic activities of the Institute.
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Ministry of Railways
Railways Revenue Earnings up by 92% in Passenger Segment
Railways registers growth of 24% in Reserved Passenger Segment and 197% in Unreserved Passenger Segment
The total approximate earnings of Indian Railways on originating basis during 1st April to 08th October 2022 is Rs. 33476 Crore, registering an increase of 92 per cent in comparison to Rs. 17394 Crore achieved during the same period last year.
In reserved passenger segment, the total approximate numbers of passengers booked during the period 1st April to 08th October 2022 is 42.89 Crore as compared to 34.56 Crore during the same period last year, showing an increase of 24%. The revenue generated from reserved passenger segment during the period 1st April to 08th October 2022 is Rs 26961 Crores as compared to Rs 16307 Crores during the same period last year, showing an increase of 65%.
In Unreserved passenger segment, the total approximate numbers of passengers booked during the period 1st April to 08th October 2022 is 268.56 Crore as compared to 90.57 Crore during the same period last year, showing an increase of 197%. The revenue generated from Unreserved passenger segment during the period 1st April to 08th October 2022 is Rs 6515 Crores as compared to Rs1086 Crores during the same period last year, showing an increase of 500 %.
Ministry of Coal
Coal Production from Captive & Commercial Coal Blocks Rises by 33 % in April-November 2022-23
Coal production from coal blocks during April-November of Financial year 2022-23 was reviewed by Shri Amrit Lal Meena, Secretary  here today with project proponents of operational coal blocks. Secretary  informed that the target for the country is 900 million ton and contribution of captives/ commercial mines is significant and he hoped that they will produce as per target. Ministry of coal is taking all necessary steps and coordinating with State and Central agencies for starting new coal mines and for increasing coal production from operational mines. He asked project proponents to approach the Ministry for early resolution of issues impacting coal production.
Additional Secretary & Nominated Authority, MoC informed that coal production from captive/commercial coal mines has increased to 67.16 million ton in April-November period of 2022-23 from 50.49 million ton during the same period of 2021-22. Increase in coal production for April-November 2022-23 over the same period of 2021-22 is about 33%. He also said that three new coal mines have started coal production in FY 2022-23 and three other coal mines will start coal production by March 2023. Coal ministry is hopeful for more than 120 million ton production from captive/commercial coal blocks in year 2022-23 with increase of about 40% over 85.32 million production in FY 2021-22.
Mine -wise review of operational coal blocks were made and project proponents were asked to declare the likely coal production in current year. Project Proponents have assured for about 120 million coal production in FY 2022-23 and about 165 million ton in FY 2023-24. Further, project proponents also shared the efforts made by them and the challenges faced. Ministry of Coal assured to provide all possible support in resolving the issues.
Special Service and Features
Huge quantities of Cone Speakers/ Car Speakers and Branded Cell Phones detained
The Officers of GST & Central Excise, Chennai North, Chennai-34 have been effectively Monitoring election malpractices 24X7 through the control room established for this purpose. Field officers through their effective checking have detained huge quantities of Cone Speakers/ Car Speakers and Branded Cell Phones which were being brought to the market without Invoice/E-Way Bill etc.near anna salai.,.Investigation is underway. Value of the Goods is likely around 25-30 lakhs.
This is stated in a press release issued by Shri. N.R.RAJKUMAR PRO, GST & Central Excise, Chennai North.
Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Shri Bhagwanth Khuba flags off Jan Aushadhi Rath, Jan Aushadhi Mobile Vans and Jan Aushadhi E-rickshaws to raise awareness about the benefits of Jan Aushadhi generic medicines
“Matri Shakti Samman programme” held on the 2nd day of the weeklong celebration across the country
Minister of State for Chemicals & Fertilizers and New & Renewable Energy, Govt. of India Shri Bhagwanth Khuba flagged off Jan Aushadhi Rath, Jan Aushadhi Mobile Vans and Jan Aushadhi E-rickshaws from in New Delhi as a part of the weeklong celebration across the country.
The Jan Aushadhi Rath will travel 7 days covering 4-5 States and Vans and E-rickshaws will travel across Delhi up to 7th March to raise awareness at the grassroot level about the benefits of the Pariyojana and Jan Aushadhi generic medicines which are available at affordable prices for all.
On the 2nd Day of Jan Aushadhi Diwas celebrations, Matri Shakti Samman programme were organised at 75 locations across the country to honor women of the country. During this event, a gift hamper containing various items of Jan Aushadhi which can be used by the women have been distributed. These events have been attended by women leaders, city mayors, public representatives, and other distinguished women from various walks of life.
All the programmes this year are being held under the aegis of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav commemorating 75 years of India's independence.
Prime Minister's Office
PM greets Amitabh Bachchan on his 80th birthday
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted Amitabh Bachchan on his 80th birthday. Shri Modi has said that Amitabh Bachchan is one of India’s most remarkable film personalities who has enthralled and entertained audiences across generations.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
"A very happy 80th birthday to Amitabh Bachchan Ji. He is one of India’s most remarkable film personalities who has enthralled and entertained audiences across generations. May he lead a long and healthy life."
AYUSH
Reforms in Ayush sector to boost growth: Shri Sarbananda Sonowal
6th CII Ayush Conclave 2022 organized with support of Ministry of Ayush
Union Minister of Ayush Shri Sarbananda Sonowal laid emphasis on how Ayush can play an important role in realizing the dream of ‘New India’ by providing holistic healthcare and medical care for its citizens. Minister was addressing the gathering at 6th CII Ayush Conclave 2022 in New Delhi today.
In his inaugural address Shri Sarbananda Sonowal said, "Ayush market has reached $18 billion from meager $3 billion under guidance and visionary leadership of our Prime Minister.” He added that at present we are witnessing a highly receptive environment where the value of Ayush systems in healthcare is widely being recognized. Many reforms in research strategies, nature of practice and education are underway, which will facilitate growth in this sector. The new generation of our country should study and deeply about the Ayush systems. “
Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush in his keynote address said, "Ministry of Ayush in collaboration with the World Health Organization  has established a lot of benchmarks for Ayush system. These benchmarks will be beneficial for all the stakeholders, particularly industry related to Ayush systems"
Shri Pramod Kumar Pathak, Special Secretary Ministry of Ayush addressed the plenary session on regulatory roadmap for ease of doing business. In his address he said that the first important aspect of ease of doing business is consultation and that is happening robustly at Ministry of Ayush. Further, for promoting scientific approach, the ministry is working with the Departments of Science and Biotechnology and the inputs are effectively included in our roadmap.
6th CII Ayush Conclave 2022 was organized by Confederation of Indian Industry  with the support of Ministry of Ayush. Key stakeholders of Ayush system discussed topics like regulatory roadmap, Research and development in Ayush sector, Branding, promotion and marketing of Ayush products.
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Ministry of Finance
Successful Operationalisation of Electronic Transfer of Funds to a Large Number of Farmer Beneficiaries under the Scheme PM Kisan Samman Nidhi  with in a short timeline through Public Finance Management System : A Historic Achievement
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi launched the PM-KISAN Scheme on 24th February 2019 at Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh  to electronically transfer the First Installment of Rs 2,021 crore directly into the bank accounts of 1,010,6,880  Eligible Farmers of 24 States and the Union Territories. Under the Scheme, Rs 6,000 will be given each year to eligible Small and Marginal Farmer families having combined land holding/ownership of up to 2 hectares. The amount will be given in three installments of Rs.2000 each.
The Direct Benefit Transfer  under the Scheme PM-KISAN is being done through the System of Public Finance Management System , a web-based payment and MIS IT application of the Government of India administered by the Controller General of Accounts , Ministry of Finance, Government of India. DBT process through PFMS ensures digitally authenticated payments, without any manual intervention, directly into the bank accounts of the beneficiaries in a transparent manner and without any delay. The integration of PFMS with about 273 banks enables validation of bank account details of beneficiaries before making payments directly into their bank accounts. All DBT payments for the Government of India Schemes are being done through PFMS.
For PM-KISAN Scheme, the PFMS team managed the process in the very short time available. The Scheme was announced on 1st February 2019 and by 24th February 2019, the work of Configuration of a Separate Server, Creation of Scheme, Registration of State/UT Agencies, Validation of Bank Accounts of Beneficiaries, Issuance of Payment Orders and Transfer of Funds to Sponsor Banks, NPCI and finally into Beneficiaries’ Accounts was completed in a record time without any slippage. PFMS team was constantly following-up with the Ministry of Agriculture, Department of Financial Services , Ministry of Finance and 202 banks of beneficiaries, the RBI and NPCI to ensure smooth operationalisation. In the next few weeks, the process of Bank Account Validation and Direct Transfer of First Installment into the bank accounts of all remaining Identified Eligible Beneficiaries  shall be completed. This will be a record Direct Benefit Transfer volume of transactions under any one Scheme of the Government of India.
The successful operationalisation of electronic transfer of funds to a large number of beneficiaries of this magnitude under the Scheme PM-KISAN by PFMS within a very short timeline is a historic achievement of PFMS, which has further reinforced the Digital India initiative of the Government of India.
Ministry of Education
Dr Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ congratulates O.P. Jindal Global University for being the youngest University globally to break into QS World University Rankings 2020
Union Minister of Human Resource Development, Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' congratulated O.P. Jindal Global University for breaking into QS World University Rankings 2020 for the first time ever, during a meeting with the founding Vice Chancellor of O.P. Jindal Global University , Prof.  C. Raj Kumar and the Dean of Jindal School of Banking & Finance, Prof.  Ashish Bharadwaj.
 to the Union Minister of Human Resource Development, Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank'
Vice Chancellor Professor Raj Kumar presented the QS Certificate of Achievement awarded to JGU for being ranked between 751-800 globally and being the youngest university in the world to enter the world rankings.This is a huge achievement for O.P. Jindal Global University as they celebrate their tenth anniversary this year.
Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal said that historically India has always given primacy to knowledge creation and learning, which has shaped our Indian society in profound ways. Leading centres of excellence and learning have flourished in ancient India and now the Government of India, under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, has placed importance on Indian universities to excel globally. We encourage JGU to take the lead in mentoring other institutions and universities in aiming for global excellence in teaching, learning and research.
The Minister praised O.P. Jindal Global University for being the only new entrant from India and the youngest university globally to enter the QS World University Rankings. The Minister was delighted that JGU is now amongst the top 2.67% of all 28000 universities globally. The fact that JGU is the only university in India dedicated to the study and research of the social sciences, arts & humanities to break into the QS World University Rankings is remarkable and I congratulate the JGU leadership and faculty for showing a path to academic excellence to all universities in India that have global ambitions.
Out of roughly 28,000+ universities and higher education institutions in the world, only 1,001 were ranked by QS in terms of their performance criteria. 50 universities are new entrants in the world university rankings. While in the last ten years, several older colleges and institutes, particularly in France, Finland and elsewhere in Europe have recently merged to form new universities, JGU or any of its constituent schools did not exist in any form prior to 2009, making JGU the youngest university in the world to break into the latest edition of QS World University Rankings.
President's Secretariat
President of India addresses 66th convocation of Maharaja Sayajirao University in Baroda
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, graced and addressed the 66th convocation of the Maharaja Sayajirao University in Baroda today .
Speaking on the occasion, the President said that Maharaja Sayajirao Gaikwad had envisaged this University to promote quality higher education in the region. He had supported and encouraged talented people from underprivileged sections of society, including Dr B.R. Ambedkar. At the time there were very few people with such an expansive vision.
The President appreciated Maharaja Sayajirao University for institutionalising fellowships for students from economically weaker sections. Contributions of students of this University towards development of those from a deprived and underprivileged background would be consistent with the ideals of Sayajirao.
Later in the day, the President graced the 150th anniversary of Akshar Deri at Gondal.
Speaking on the occasion, the President noted that the Swaminarayan Sanstha is engaged in providing assistance to spread education among weaker sections. Similarly, it is providing health services for the welfare of people. He praised the humanitarian work of the Swaminarayan Sanstha.
Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTES
Government of India launched the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban  on October 2, 2014 with the objective to scientifically process all the Municipal Solid Waste  generated in the country. To carry forward the progress made, Swachh Bharat Mission  2.0 has been launched on October 1, 2021 for a period of five years, up to October 1, 2026, with a vision of achieving Garbage Free Status for all cities through 100% source segregation, door to door collection and scientific management of all fractions of waste, including safe disposal in scientific landfills. It is also aimed at remediation of all legacy dumpsites and converting them into green zones. As on date, out of total waste generated i.e. 1,52,245 MT/D, a total of 1,14,183 MT/D  of waste is processed. The State-wise detail of the waste produced and processed is annexed. The details of waste processing in the Municipalities may be accessed at .
In order to achieve the objective of ‘Garbage Free’ Cities, the total Municipal Solid Waste treatment capacity proposed under SBM-U 2.0 is estimated as under :
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S. No.
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Type of MSW plant
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Qty, TPD
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1
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Compost Plants
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30,700
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2
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Biomethanation Plants
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15,100
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3
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MRF-cum-RDF Plants
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45,200
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4
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Waste-to-Electricity   Plants
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9,700
Various steps have been taken by the Government to guide the States on efficient Municipal Solid Waste Management  Processing, inter-alia:
- The State Governments/ Union Territory  Administrations submit their component-wise City Solid Waste Action Plans  on the basis of which, Central Assistance under Solid Waste management  component is released.
- Various manuals and advisories have been brought out covering all aspects of SWM including planning, designing and operation and maintenance.
- Garbage Free Star Rating Protocol to assess the City’s Municipal Solid Waste Management by 3rd party verification.
- Various capacity building & IEC initiatives have been rolled out.
This information was given by the Minister of State for Housing & Urban Affairs, Shri Kaushal Kishore, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Communications
West Bengal Circle of India Post celebrates Philately day as part of National Postal Week and Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrations
Kolkata, 13th October, 2021
‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’ is an ambitious programme of the Government to celebrate various facets and journey of India in the last 75 years. To commemorate this multi-dimensional programme, Department of Posts is executing a number of activities, namely, Thematic Stamps on various facets of Indian culture, history and organizations, Commemorative Postage Stamps on a number of Unsung Heroes of India’s freedom struggle, more than 150 special covers on GI Code products of India etc.
To make the Philately day and National Postal Week, 2021 memorable, 103 special covers on Unsung Heroes of India were issued by 22 Postal Circles, spread across the length and breadth of the country. The release events were organized at the birth place of the unsung heroes, ensuring Jan Bhagidari etc.
West Bengal Postal Circle was honouring some of the Unsung Heroes of freedom struggle, with a bouquet of special covers. Another Special Cover celebrating the success of Indian Athletes at the Tokyo Paralympic Games, 2020, was released on the same day.
In the programme, held in ‘Alapan’ auditorium at Yogayog Bhawan, Ms. J. Charukesi, Chief Postmaster General, West Bengal Circle released special covers on “Unsung Hero - Shri Santosh Kumar Mitra”, “Unsung Hero - Shri Nanigopal Mukhopadhyay” and “Tokyo Paralympic Games, 2020” in presence of the family members of these unsung heroes.
My Stamp on those freedom fighters and special cover were handed over to the grandniece of Shri Santosh Kumar Mitra and grandson of Shri Nanigopal Mukhopadhyay as a token of memento.
On the same day Ms. Shashi Shalini Kujur, Postmaster General, South Bengal Region, also released Special Covers on “Unsung Hero - Shri Khudiram Bose” and “Unsung Hero - Shri Sushil Kumar Dhara” at Midnapore. Similarly two other Special Covers on “Unsung Heroes - Shri Trilochan Pokhrel and Ms. Bina Das” were released by Shri Joseph Lalrinsailova, Postmaster General, North Bengal Region & Sikkim at Gangtok and Shri Niraj Kumar, Postmaster General, Kolkata Region at Krishnanagar, respectively on 13th October, 2021.
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
A case of Nipah Virus detected in Kozhikode district of Kerala
Centre rushes team to Kerala to support State in Public Health Measures
A case of Nipah virus has been detected in Kozhikode district of Kerala.
A suspected case of NIPAH, a 12 yr old boy who presented with features of encephalitis and myocarditis was reported on 3rd September, 2021 from Kozhikode district of Kerala.
The virus is spread by saliva of fruit bats. The boy was hospitalized and has passed away today morning.
The Central Government has rushed a team of NCDC to the State, which will be reaching today. The team will provide technical support to the State.
The following immediate public health measures have been advised by the Centre:
1. Active case search in the family, families, village and areas with similar topography .
2. Active contact tracing  during past 12 days.
3. Strict quarantine of the contacts and isolation of any suspects.
4. Collection and transportation of samples for lab testing.
It may be recalled that in 2018 also, there was a Nipah outbreak in Kozhikode and Malappuram districts of Kerala.